Contra Anniversary Edition Review

Are you a big fan of the Contra game series? If yes, then there is good news for you since the Contra Anniversary Edition is out and that too on all the major platforms. The famous video game series that has been in the gaming world since the late 1980s has amassed a loyal following. The first Contra game came out in 1987 on a coin-operated arcade machine. The shooting game soon rose in popularity and became the go-to game for young teenagers of that time.

The company behind the development and production of the game, Konami, released the Anniversary Edition as a tribute to completing 50 years since they first came into the gaming business. This collection was part of the Amazon Luna library on launch (early-access).

New Features

The anniversary pack includes several extras for the fans of the game. Inside, you will find a 74-page e-book that highlights the history and story behind each Contra game, including interviews with developers, exclusive character sketches, the inside stories, and lots more.

Included Games

Konami has included the original Contra game, the Super Contra, Contra III: Alien Wars, Contra: Hard Corps, and Operation C, among other titles. All these titles can be accessed from the main menu.

The game follows the journey of a soldier who has jaw-dropping combat abilities, which he uses to fight against the various kinds of evils lurking in the shadows. The term Contra signifies a soldier who has excellent command over fighting skills, including guerilla warfare tactics. You move across the different levels fighting off your enemies while shooting them down with expertise gaining rewards and awards in the process.

Final Thoughts

The Contra Anniversary Edition is a must-have for those of you who want to reminisce and experience the Contra games on Amazon Luna. There is no better way to beat nostalgia than to indulge in one of your favorite childhood games yet again.